Senior Product Manager, PST

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Manager to lead our Chemical Pulping (PEC) product portfolio in China. In this strategic role, you will bridge technical expertise, customer needs, and global innovation to drive competitiveness and business growth in the pulp industry.

You will be responsible for developing rebuild/upgrade solutions, managing CAP-PDU business, and collaborating with global technology teams to enhance product performance and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quotation and technical proposal operations (Compass, LN) and contract development with legal and MSM teams.

• Proactively engage with customers to understand needs, bottlenecks, and deliver value-driven solutions.

• Drive cross-BU and BA coordination to improve lead times and reduce costs.

• Collaborate with global counterparts to study and implement solutions that improve competitiveness.

• Manage and update IPP stored parts in coordination with logistics colleagues.

• Maintain close contact with global technology teams for technical support.

• Develop chemical pulp rebuild and upgrade opportunities.

• Oversee CAP-PDU business and work with global supply teams on cost reduction initiatives.

• Strictly follow company rules, policies, and quality systems (e.g., ISO14001, OHSAS18001).

• Complete other tasks assigned by line manager or company.

Expectations for you:

• Education: B.Sc. in Pulp and Paper Engineering or related field.

• Experience: 5+ years in chemical pulping, with strong technical independence.

• Languages: Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and spoken).

• Core Skills:

  • Strong coordination and task management within a matrix organization.

  • Ability to coach junior employees.

  • Effective internal resource networking.

  • Customer value orientation and strong commitment.

  • Self-starter, adaptable, and flexible in a developing organization.

• Knowledge (Preferred): Leading chemical pulping technologies.

• Travel: Willingness to travel frequently.

• Mindset: Eager to learn and continuously improve.

To succeed thie role

We also expect you to align with Valmet’s Leadership Principles—practical behaviours that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:

- Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through

- Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly

Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety

- Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value

We offer Competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and a vibrant workplace culture filled with team-building events and employee clubs. 

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.Join the team and lead the way with us!